Saturday October 23, 1976: on this day

October 23, 1976 was the 297th day of the year 1976, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is October 23, 1976 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 1976, who was born and died on October 23, 1976, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1976, which were the most popular songs (ex. If You Leave Me Now by Chicago), movies (e.g. Carrie, directed by Brian De Palma), TV series (e.g. Stay Tuned) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 1976 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 1976?


October 23, 1976 was a Saturday and it was the 297th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1976 can also be written as 10/23/1976 in the US and as 23/10/1976 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1976 in October 1976 calendar

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October 23, 1976: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

Discover the Dragon personality and how the Fire Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 1976 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 1976: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 1976 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 1976 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on October 23, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 07:40 am and setting at 07:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 08, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Nov 06, 1976.

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Who was born on October 23, 1976?


Famous people born on October 23, 1976:

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Cat Deeley

    English model and tv personality.

  • Trevor Engelson

    Founder of the production company Underground and ex-husband of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.

  • Sergio Diduch

    Argentine footballer.

  • Julie Howard

    Brantford, ontario -- 100m / 200m backstroker (1992, 96 olympics - 27th place).

  • Jon Huertas
    Jon Huertas
  • James Zahn
  • Nassim Bounekdja
  • Lenísio
  • Percy Colque
  • Gabriel Fernández
  • Ryan Reynolds actor y comediante canadiense.

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

  • Jessica Stroup
    Jessica Stroup

    Jessica stroup is an american actress known for her role as erin silver on the television series 90210.

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October 23, 1976: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 47 years 5 months old,

or 569 months and 5 days old,

or 2474 weeks and 5 days old,

or 17323 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 1976.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 23, 1976?

There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1976?

You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on October 23, 1976.

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October 23, 1976: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 1976:

  • Horacio Muñoz

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Théophile Gautier

    A prominent figure in French Romanticism, known for his poetry and novels.

  • Paullette Bourgeois

    Paullette Bourgeois was a Canadian children's author best known for her 'Franklin the Turtle' book series.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 23rd

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October 23, 1976: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 1976:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 1976: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 1976 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 18th and October 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1976 was If You Leave Me Now by Chicago, according to the music chart for the week October 18th and October 24th.

October 23, 1976: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 18th and October 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - If You Leave Me Now
  2. - Disco Duck (Part 1)
  3. - A Fifth Of Beethoven
  4. - Lowdown
  5. - Still The One

October 23, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1976 was Mississippi by Pussycat, according to the music chart for the week October 18th and October 24th.

October 23, 1976: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1976 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 18th and October 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Mississippi
  2. - Dancing Queen
  3. - When Forever Has Gone
  4. - Sailing
  5. - Can't Get By Without You

October 23, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 23, 1976 was The Rubberband Man by The Spinners, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 18th and October 24th.

October 23, 1976: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 23, 1976 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 18th and October 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - The Rubberband Man
  2. - Message In Our Music
  3. - Just To Be Close To You
  4. - Love Ballad
  5. - You Are My Starship

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October 23, 1976: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 1976 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Carrie

Carrie

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Brian De Palma

Starring: Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, John Travolta

Country: United States of America

Assault on Precinct 13

Assault on Precinct 13

Release year: 1976

Directed by: John Carpenter

Starring: Austin Stoker, Darwin Joston, Laurie Zimmer, Martin West

Country: United States of America

Up!

Up!

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Russ Meyer

Starring: Edward Schaaf, Robert McLane, Elaine Collins, Candy Samples

Mansion of the Doomed

Mansion of the Doomed

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Michael Pataki

Starring: Richard Basehart, Gloria Grahame, Trish Stewart, Lance Henriksen

Eaten Alive

Eaten Alive

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Tobe Hooper

Starring: Neville Brand, Mel Ferrer, Carolyn Jones, Marilyn Burns

October 23, 1976: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 1976 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Stay Tuned

Stay Tuned

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Peter Hyams

Chorlton and the Wheelies

Chorlton and the Wheelies

Release year: 1976

Starring: Joe Lynch

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Gribouille

Gribouille

Release year: 1976

Ivan the Terrible

Ivan the Terrible

Release year: 1976

Directed by: Peter Moers

Bonjour Paris

Bonjour Paris

Release year: 1976

October 23, 1976: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 1976 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Ordinary People by Judith Guest

Ordinary People

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Robert Redford's Oscar Winning Film starring Donald Sutherland & Mary Tyler MooreIn Ordinary People is Judith Guest's first novel. The Jarrets are a typical example of a typical American family.

Sleeping Murder by Agatha Christie

Sleeping Murder

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Strange things began to happen soon after Gwenda moved in to her new house.

The Deep by Peter Benchley

The Deep

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A couple travels to Bermuda for their honeymoon. They dive off the coast to search for a sunken ship.

Passages by Gail Sheehy

Passages

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This is your story. You will be able to recognize your family, friends and loved ones. You will see that every life crisis can be used as an opportunity to create change and growth.

Fire And Ice by Andrew Tobias

Fire And Ice

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Hardcover: 282 Pages Publisher: William Morrow & Co. 7th edition edition (August 1976). Language: English

October 23, 1976: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 23, 1976 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

F-1

F-1

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing game

Sea Wolf

Sea Wolf

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Military shooter

Indy 4

Indy 4

Platform: Arcade

Genre: driving

Starship 1

Starship 1

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter

Quiz Show

Quiz Show

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Quiz

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Who was the US President on October 23, 1976?

On October 23, 1976 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1976?

On October 23, 1976 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 1976?

On October 23, 1976 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

Find out more about October 23rd

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What happened in 1976?

1976 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Musical Jubilee closes at St. James Theater NYC after 92 performances
  • NBC replaces the peacock logo
  • Candide closes at Broadway Theater NYC after 740 performances

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What was the calendar for October 1976?

October 1976 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how October 1976 calendar looked like.

Saturday October 23, 1976